John Lester Nash Jr. was born August 19, 1940 in Houston, Texas, USA.
Began as a pop singer in the fifties. Sang the theme song for "The Mighty Hercules" cartoon. Was an early supporter of unknown reggae star Bob Marley and recorded his "Stir It Up." Biggest hit was "I Can See Clearly Now" in 1972.
Last active as a composer in the Swedish romance Vill så gärna tro 1971 in which he protrayed Robert.